Paul Buckle leaves Grimsby Town rivals Luton 'by mutual consent'

PAUL Buckle has left Conference play-off chasers Luton Town by mutual consent.

The Hatters boss exited the club this afternoon ahead of tonight’s Blue Square Bet Premier clash at Macclesfield Town.

A statement on Luton’s website said: “It is with much regret we announce - by mutual consent and as a result of genuine personal circumstances unrelated to his tenure as manager of Luton Town Football Club – Paul Buckle has, with immediate effect, parted company with the football club.

“The reasons for Paul’s departure are fully understood by the board, who sincerely regret that he is leaving.

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“We are fully aware that achieving managerial stability will create the conditions necessary for success on the football pitch.

“We are grateful to Paul for what he has brought to the club and believe that he has built the foundations necessary for Luton Town to achieve the board’s desire of returning to the Football League as soon as possible.”